Our Services
We have listed some of the services we offer below. If you are looking for something more specialized please call our office and we will be able to assist you.
What is an Endoscopy?
An upper endoscopy (also called an EGD or esophagogastroduodenoscopy) is a safe, common procedure that allows a gastroenterologist to look inside the upper part of your digestive tract — including the esophagus, stomach, and the first part of the small intestine (duodenum).
Why It’s Done
Your doctor may recommend an endoscopy to:
• Investigate symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain
• Check for conditions like ulcers, inflammation, celiac disease, or Barrett’s esophagus
• Take biopsies (small tissue samples) if needed
• Treat problems, such as stopping bleeding or dilating a narrowed area of the esophagus
How It Works
• You will receive sedation to help you relax and stay comfortable.
• A thin, flexible tube with a camera (endoscope) is gently passed through your mouth and down into your upper digestive tract.
• Your doctor views real-time images on a video screen and may take biopsies or perform treatments during the procedure.
What to Expect
• The procedure usually takes about 15–30 minutes.
• You’ll stay in a recovery area until the sedation wears off.
• You will need someone to drive you home.
Why It Matters
An endoscopy is one of the best tools for diagnosing conditions of the upper digestive tract and allows many problems to be treated right away, avoiding additional procedures or surgeries.
What is a Colonoscopy?
A colonoscopy is a safe and common procedure that allows a gastroenterologist to examine the inside of your large intestine (colon) and rectum. It is one of the most effective ways to look for causes of symptoms like bleeding or changes in bowel habits — and to screen for colon cancer.
Why It’s Done
Your doctor may recommend a colonoscopy to:
• Screen for colon cancer or polyps (growths that can turn into cancer if not removed)
• Investigate symptoms such as abdominal pain, rectal bleeding, chronic diarrhea or constipation
• Follow up if you have a history of colon polyps or inflammatory bowel disease
How It Works
• You’ll receive sedation to keep you comfortable and relaxed.
• A thin, flexible tube with a camera (called a colonoscope) is gently inserted through the rectum.
• The doctor carefully examines the entire colon on a video screen.
• If polyps or abnormal tissue are found, they can often be removed during the procedure, preventing future problems.
What to Expect
• The procedure usually takes 20–45 minutes.
• You’ll stay in a recovery area until the sedation wears off.
• Most patients go home the same day — you just need someone to drive you.
Why It Matters
Colonoscopy is considered the gold standard for colon cancer prevention, because it not only detects cancer early (when it’s most treatable) but can stop cancer before it starts by removing precancerous polyps.